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Mark B. Franklin, age 65, passed away Thursday, June 21, 2018, in Clearwater, Florida.
Mark was born April 20, 1953, in Olney, the son of Roy C. and Doris E. (Hunley) Franklin.
He is survived by his siblings: Dallas Hemphill Land of Flora, Gary “Butch” Franklin (Becky) of Clay City, R.C. Franklin (Joann) of Clay City, and Barbara Cunningham (Don) of Olney; along with nieces, nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother: Floyd L. Franklin; and a brother-in-law: Bill Hemphill.
A gathering to remember Mark’s life will be held Saturday, July 7, 2018, from 10 a.m. until 12 Noon at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Mark B. Franklin, age 65, passed away Thursday, June 21, 2018, in Clearwater, Florida.
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We were next door neighbors to Mark in Clearwater for 9 years. We are saddened at his loss. He was a friendly and caring, considerate neighbor. He was always worried that his motorcycle would disturb us. We shared many happy hours on our back porch and his. Carol & Sandy Andorfer
We are thinking of all of you and hope your memories help you through this sad time.
Sorry to hear of the passing of Mark.
We are so sorry for your loss. The Fatheree Family, Helen, Roger & Becky, Evelyn & Gary, Paul & Anita
Willie & Sandy Thompson
Sympathy to the Franklin families.
So very sorry for your loss. Just a great family. Memories will help and prayers.
Dallas and the entire Franklin family - I am so sorry for your loss of "Bucky" that is how I always addressed him. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Trust in GOD - he will help you through your grief. Paula Clayton
Sorry for your loss.
Remembering your family in prayer....cherish the memories.
May these wings deliver prayers, peace, and freedom dear friend, an end to all pain and sorrow for family as well as you Bucky. God and the angels now walk with you. Rest in peace.
I will miss my dear friend. My thoughts and prayers are with the Franklin family.
Prayers for the Franklin family and all who loved him. He was a great man.
Dallas and family, Barb and family, I am so very sorry on the loss of Mark. In my thoughts and prayers.
Prayers for the family!
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all the family.
I cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. Mark was a good person and friend. He will be missed greatly.
Going to miss your big welcoming smile and your great sense of humor. Say hello to our fellow classmates that have gone on to heaven when you get there. May God be with all the family during this difficult time. My heart is saddened as well. Bless you all.
So very sorry for your loss. Hugs to all the family.
In 1964 we met the Franklin family after moving to Flora. Don had known Dad, Roy, and Floyd in Michigan. We spent many Sundays at their family dinner table in Clay City eating Doris Franklins delicious meals. We enjoyed the Franklin's, along with Dallas and Bill, with pinochle and laughter on Sunday afternoons, many times. We've spent a lot of years liking all of the Franklins, and felt such sadness with the passing of each members. Mark was always one of a kind, squeezing every minute out of life. He loved Florida, so, my first thought was that he was there his last weeks, I hope his last days were happy in the sand and sunshine. RIP Bucky Franklin
Embracing the kindest thoughts and our prayers for Mark's family
We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. Mark will be missed by many, for sure. He certainly loved life and shared his love with others. I know he was always excited to return to Clearwater. I'm glad that he was able to make one more trip there. Thoughts and prayers for his family.
(Franklin Family) So sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
So sorry for your loss and may God help you all through this.
Sorry, for your loss. RIP Bucky
Rest in Peace Mark, Thank you for your friendship over the years. You will be deeply missed.
Enjoyed sitting on the beach and having a drink ole buddy.
My deepest condolences to the Franklin family. Mark was an old buddy of mine from way back in the high school days.
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